Paddle Awards
The Paddle Awards are for those getting into a boat for the first time, enabling them to feel confident in their chosen craft in a sheltered water environment. The awards help empower the paddler, enabling them to start their lifelong journey into paddlesport.
Participants can progress through three levels, starting with the Start Award, advancing to the Discover Award, and ultimately achieving the Explore Award. Each level is designed to build skills and confidence on the water, providing a comprehensive and structured learning experience.
1. Paddle Start
Your first time on the water ‘having a go’! A fun and enjoyable practical session, introducing you to paddlesport.
2. Paddle Discover
Taking you on the next steps towards becoming an independent paddler, for a fun and safe time on the water. Developing an understanding of the factors which affect your paddling; developing your decision making and practical skills, giving you confidence on the water.
3. Paddle Explore
Your Explore Award gives you ownership; allowing you to choose where you move next in the world of paddlesport.
*Any craft can be used to complete the course and it is accredited and certified by British Canoeing
Paddle Awards Overview
Minimum age – 8 years
Duration –
Paddle Start – 2 – 3 hours
Paddle Discover – 4 – 5 hours (1 or 2 sessions)
Paddle Explore – 6 – 7 hours (1 or 2 sessions)
Prerequisites – No prerequisite
Cost:
Paddle Start – Free to club members (non-club members – £20 per person)
Paddle Discover – Club members – £7.00 (Paddle UK fee)
Non-club members – £25 per person + £7.00 (Paddle UK fee)
Paddle Explore – Club members – £7.00 – £9.00 (Paddle UK fee)
Non-club members – £30 per person + £7.00-£9.00 (Paddle UK fee)
Location: Fall Ings Lock / Stanley Ferry
*more dates will be available soon
In the event of bad weather, a session may be cancelled or rearranged. The decision will depend on the severity of the weather and its potential impact on safety and the ability to deliver the course effectively.
Depending on the circumstances, a refund or credit for a future session may be offered.
Certification
Attendance certificates are issued to candidates on completion of the course.
If you are interested, please contact us.
Paddle Safer course – available soon
Paddle Awards – available soon